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A member asked:

Last period was 1/17, began taking metformin 1/24, 4 pcos , no period or ovulation yet (per ovulation kit) how long does metformin take to work?

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Dr. George Valdez answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Depends: It can take several months. If no improvement after 3 months, check with your doctor.

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Answered 12/20/2012

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